Winchester Virginia ordinance authorizes 700 dollar loan for portable drilling gear
The 1916 city ordinance in Winchester Virginia authorizes the treasurer to borrow 700 dollars for a portable gasoline engine with air compressor and drilling outfit. The city manager may determine the amount and terms up to six percent interest and renewal. Interest and depreciation charges are to be paid from street funds. A publication of the ordinance follows the mayor's signature. The piece includes a poem by Walt Mason reflecting on prudence and rainy day warnings.
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Winchester
C Ly
Walt Mason
Hughes declines nomination telegram hints at cautious stance
The Norfolk correspondent notes Justice Hughes did not seek the presidential nomination and avoided signaling intent before Chicago. He refused to give up his bench honors for a chance at promotion, delaying moves until the shadow of success appeared.
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Hughes
Chicago
Justice Hughes
Norfolk
Improvidence Paints Town Red as Cheerful Lads Roam
A lively, orderless scene unfolds with cheerful youths striding through town, repainting storefronts and disrupting schedules as they roam without planning. Local officials brace for cleanup and residents weigh the impact of spontaneous vandalism.
Nitrogen for Nothing in Soil with Cowpeas and Soybeans
John Michels explains that soil friendly crops cowpeas and soybeans fix nitrogen and tolerate poorer soils. Planting should start after June 1 with 1.5 to 2 bushels seed per acre, drilling preferred. lime about one ton per acre to follow plowing.
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John Michels
The County Agent and the Rise of Local Agricultural Advisers
The county agent movement brought agricultural advice closer to farmers through local offices, lectures, and practical demonstrations. Agents in 313 counties taught soil types pests crop rotation legume crops and fertilizer use, spurred cooperative efforts, and funded by farmer salaries, with millions in measurable benefits including silos farm buildings water systems and sanitary improvements.
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America
Department of Agriculture
Agricultural Colleges
United States
Indiana
Wisconsin
New York
Minnesota
Michigan
North Dakota
New Jersey
Ohio
Utah
Oregon
Washington
Vermont
Colorado
Idaho
Montana
Illinois
Moulton
Sunday Observance and the Debate Over Rest Days
The piece surveys Sunday as the weekly rest day and contrasts it with Jewish Sabbath Saturday and Islamic Friday. It notes Christians meet on the first day to break bread but highlights diverse views on which day should be observed and the difficulty of enforcing Sunday laws given sectarian differences.
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Ioney
Wihhille
Alexandria Gazette
Community social notes from Roads Virginia on June
Mr L B Barrett and family and Miss Esta were guests of Mr and Mrs on Sunday afternoon. Several locals visited Winchester with others staying at homes of Fletcher and Oates families. Mr Thurman Giffin and Mrs S L Sirbaugh attended gatherings at various local residences. Clint Johnson of Washington visited friends, while Walter and Edgar McKee spent the afternoon with their sister at Canoon Bridge.
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J. H. R. Fletcher
E. C. Fletcher
Madeline Fletcher
J. R. Oates
Thurman Giffin
R. C. Metcher
S L. Sirbaugh
Minje Cornell
Jennie Mctee
A. D. Orndorff
A. J. Marplé
Winchester
Charles Barr
Elmer Whitlock
James Whitlock
Ira “Whita¢Re
George McKee
Clint Johnson
Washington
M Walter
Edgar McKee
W. Vv. Carpenter
Caoon
Better Road to Clarke
Community leaders urge Clarke county and Winchester to accept Frederick's offer for state aid of 2500 dollars to fund a road improvement. Private subscriptions in Winchester and Clarke county will cover the remaining cost. W J Cooke leads the drive and has already secured substantial pledges.
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Clarke County
Winchester
Clarke
Frederick
W. J. Cooke
Indiana Man’s Experience With Foley Kidney Pills
Frank Moseley of Moore’s Hill Indiana reports severe side and back pains eased after the first dose of Foley Kidney Pills. Within 48 hours all pain disappeared and his sleep disturbances improved as kidneys became active and healthier.
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Frank Moseley
Moore's Hill
Ind
Foley
Hay Rack Innovation Eases Loader's Heavy Work
Farm youths suffer under a 98 degree sun as a new hay rack lets a loader driver push ahead and compact hay. A lever unlocks a reciprocal truck on the rack bed, sliding the loading surface forward and bringing the rear section under the loader to be loaded, easing the pace. Mary J. Gray visits Harrisonburg Normal to discuss special work.
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Gettysburg
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S. . Black
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S. M. Black
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Brill & Bitter
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Mary J. Gray
Harrisonburg
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White Hall
J. T. Fisher
J. M. Fishpaw
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N. Main St
Bell Phone
Jno. M. Stiles
Kernstown
Money TO Bend
Joe' P. Reardon
Star Office
Baltimore & Ohio
Return
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Ilchester
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